Myanmar: Independence Day celebrations January 4

Event

Myanmar will hold Independence Day celebrations on Friday, January 4, to celebrate the country's 71st anniversary of independence from the United Kingdom. Events will be held nationwide, with the largest celebrations taking place in Yangon. Business and traffic disruptions are possible throughout the country during the holiday.  

Advice

Individuals in Myanmar are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.